Alison K.
About Alison K.
Alison K. is a Vice President and Operational Risk Analyst at City National Bank, specializing in risk and compliance. She holds a Master's degree in Leadership and Management from the University of La Verne and has a background in crisis communications and intercultural communication.
Current Role at City National Bank
Alison K. serves as an Assistant Vice President (AVP) and Operational Risk Analyst in the First Line of Defense (1LOD) Risk and Compliance division at City National Bank. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the bank's risk management and compliance strategies. Her role involves analyzing operational risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, which is essential for maintaining the bank's integrity and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Alison K. holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree from the University of La Verne, where she concentrated in Leadership and Management, as well as Human Resources and Organizational Development. She completed this program from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Organizational Communication from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, studying from 2013 to 2017. Her educational background supports her expertise in operational risk and compliance.
Professional Background
Before her current role at City National Bank, Alison K. worked at CIT Bank as an Analyst in Corporate Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) from 2018 to 2021. She also served as a Patient Access Representative at Keck Medicine of USC for five months in 2018. These positions provided her with valuable experience in operational roles and client interactions, enhancing her skills in risk management.
Certifications and Skills
Alison K. holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, which signifies her expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency. She possesses strong skills in crisis communications, which are vital for managing risks in the banking sector. Additionally, her proficiency in intercultural communication and bilingual communications enables her to effectively engage with diverse client bases. Her public speaking skills further enhance her ability to convey risk management strategies.